Go West, young man, go West. There is health in the country, and room away from our crowds of idlers and imbeciles.

I do not regret having braved public opinion, when I knew it was wrong and was sure it would be merciless.

Talent without tact is only half talent.

Common sense is very uncommon.

Money is more trouble than it is worth.

The illusion that times that were are better than those that are, has probably pervaded all ages.

There is no bigotry like that of "free thought" run to seed.